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A man fleeing from police, Robert English, was electrocuted and subsequently struck by a London Underground train during a search operation in May 2024. The senior coroner criticized Transport for London's inadequate response, noting that the power supply was mistakenly restored while the search continued.
A father and son, Terry and Brendan McMillan, were fatally stabbed at a business in Bermondsey, London, on Monday. A 31-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of murder, while another man in his 30s remains in a life-threatening condition.
A 30-year-old man was arrested in connection with the rape of a 17-year-old girl on a Thameslink train in south-east London. The assault occurred after the girl was first attacked on the platform at Woolwich Arsenal station. Authorities urge witnesses to come forward.
England's Lionesses celebrated their Euro 2025 victory with a grand parade in London on July 29, 2025. The event showcased jubilant fans and a bird's-eye view of the festivities. The triumph marks a significant achievement for women's football in the country.
England's Lionesses celebrated their Euro 2025 victory with a parade in London, drawing 65,000 fans. Captain Leah Williamson expressed her disbelief at the turnout, stating, "We're making history every single step."
Police seek to question far-right activist Tommy Robinson after an alleged assault at St Pancras railway station in London, where a man was found with serious injuries. Robinson, who left the country shortly after the incident, did not comment on the situation but interacted with a reporter in a dismissive manner. The British Transport Police continue to investigate the matter.
Westminster City councillors approved plans to extend Vogue's former headquarters in Mayfair by two storeys, adding a restaurant on the ground floor. Architect Stewart Piercy emphasized that the design would enhance the building's facades while preserving its character. Some local residents expressed concerns about the project's impact on the Mayfair conservation area.
Two men died and two others were injured in a stabbing at a business in Bermondsey, south London. The Metropolitan Police have detained a third man in connection with the incident, who is in life-threatening condition. Local officials and residents expressed shock over the violence in what is typically a peaceful community.
Three seat holders at the Royal Albert Hall lost a High Court bid for £500,000 in damages after claiming they were unlawfully deprived of their seating rights. Judge Sir Anthony Mann ruled that the dispute should go to trial, emphasizing the need for thorough examination of the case.
Private tenants in Ealing experienced the highest rent increases in London, with a 52.5% rise from December 2019 to December 2024. The average rent now stands at £2,089 per month, surpassing both the London and UK averages. Ealing Council reported that many residents face affordability issues, with 7,500 applications on the housing register.